About this episode

The episode features author KM McIntyre discussing her book 'Broke Down' and the themes of romance and personal growth.

Emma Weavers is driven, hard-working, and hard-headed. Hudson O'Brien has been burned before and swears to never let it happen again. Sponsored by award-winning authors Kiril Kristoff, Jennifer Montiel, Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. But when Emma's SUV breaks down outside of Little Branch Creek, she finds herself drawn to Hudson as she has never been drawn to a man before. Hudson finds himself breaking his own rules and letting his guard down. Will it be goodbye when Emma leaves Little Branch Creek for good? Or will they fight for the future that is right in front of them? Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Broke Down. See you at the Third Coast Authors & Books Festival in Grand Haven on March 21. McIntyre and host author Emma Palova will be in the Tri-Cities Historical Museum located at 200 Washington Ave in Grand Haven. Copyright (c)2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

People in this episode

Host: Emma Palova

Guest: KM McIntyre

Topics covered

• romance
• fiction
• author interview
• book promotion
• literature

Keywords

• Broke Down
• KM McIntyre
• Emma Weavers
• Hudson O'Brien
• romance
• Third Coast Authors & Books Festival
• Grand Haven

Sponsors

Kiril Kristoff, Jennifer Montiel, Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Broke Down

Places: Little Branch Creek, Grand Haven, Tri-Cities Historical Museum

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